New Hampshire is known for being one of the safest places to live in the United States. According to a recent study, its crime rate is the fifth lowest in the country.   But that doesn’t mean detectives have an easy time recovering stolen merchandise. In fact, police officials say they could respond to crime faster by tightening regulations among pawnshops and second-hand dealers.

Hidden costs raises more concerns Tom MacLennan Contributing Writer Keene, N.H. - Although a federal grant awarded the city of Keene money for an armored vehicle, the Bearcat is far from a “free” acquisition. The Keene City Council voted Dec. 15 to accept a $285,933 grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for a Bearcat G3, an armored security vehicle designed and manufactured by ...

NASHUA – Sy Mahfuz needs only to look out the window of his downtown business to see issues he wants Mayor Donnalee Lozeau to make a priority. “I want to see the mayor address the needs of the downtown,” said Mahfuz, owner of Persian Rug Gallery. “It’s getting a little bit old. It needs to be upgraded. We need a facelift if you will.” Mahfuz listened in the audience Wednesday morning, as Mayor ...